Camel Safari Tour
Duration : 4 Nights / 5 Days |
Places Covered : Jaipur - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Jaipur |
Camel Safari in Rajasthan is one of the most exciting adventures and the traditional way to experience the spectacular beauties of the Thar Desert of Rajasthan and colorful rural countryside in Rajasthan. The vast expanse of the Thar Desert with numerous exotic and beautiful sand dunes can best be enjoyed when you embark on a camel back. But you need to know the balancing act and getting use to the movement of the Camel.
The amazing sight of exotic and vast sand dunes with sparkling golden sands and the enchanting glimpses of Rajasthan's rural life can fully be enjoyed through a camel safari. The best sites for enjoying a camel safari in Rajasthan are Jaisalmer, Jodhpur and Bikaner, all situated in the very heart of the Thar Desert. Exploring the vast sand dunes during the early hours and late evening of the day and spending nights underneath the star-studded sky with the cool desert breeze blowing, make a spellbound effect on you. The safari halts during the night usually near a typical Rajasthani village to provide you time to mingle with the local village folks and an insight to the traditional way of their life and culture. These rural folks are known for their hospitality and are always eager to fulfill your every request.
Day 01: Jaipur - Jodhpur - By road covering 308 km
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for Jodhpur. Reach and check in at hotel.
Set at the edge of the Thar Desert, the imperial city of Jodhpur echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. Once the capital of the Marwar state, it was founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha-chief of the Rathore clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Rama - the epic hero of the Ramayana. The massive 15th century AD Mehrangarh Fort looms on the top of a rocky hill, soaring 125 Mts. Above the plains. The city is encompassed by a high wall -10 km long with 8 gates and innumerable bastions.
Relax in the evening or proceed for shopping. Overnight at Jodhpur.
Day 02: Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - By road covering
Breakfast at hotel.
Proceed for Jaisalmer. Rising from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage is the city of Jaisalmer. A commanding fort etched in yellow sandstone stands, with its awesome splendor, dominating the amber-hued city.
The city has an interesting legend associated with it, according to which, Lord Krishna-the head of the Yadav Clan, foretold Arjuna that a remote descendent of the Yadav Clan would build his kingdom atop the Trikuta Hill. His prophecy was fulfilled in 1156 AD when Rawal Jaisal, a descendent of the Yadav Clan and a Bhatti Rajput, abandoned his fort at Lodurva and founded a new capital -Jaisalmer, perched on the Trikuta Hill.
Reach and check in at hotel. Overnight at Jaisalmer.
Day 03: Jaisalmer - Camel safari for 1 km included.
Proceed on camel backs early in the morning into the desert and reach midway between Jaisalmer and Khuri.
Camp for overnight stay.
Day 04: Jaisalmer - Camel safari for 1 km included.
Proceed back to Jaisalmer on camel back.
Check into hotel and stay overnight at Jaisalmer.
Day 05: Jaisalmer - Jaipur
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Jaipur and reach by evening.
Transfer to airport or station in time for flight or train or leave by surface for the next destination.
Rajasthan Desert Safari